Wineries, Vineyards & Cellar Doors

With something to suit all palates, the Hunter Valley grows and produces a diverse range of grape varietals and wine styles. Famous labels and large wineries coexist with traditional boutique winemakers and single vineyards. Taste the region’s finest wines in our cellar doors, whilst learning what makes our region distinct and unique.

Planted in 1866, Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard was the first vineyard established in the Parish of Pokolbin, almost 150 years ago. With breathtaking views of the Hunter Valley, this James Halliday red 5 star rated winery is an absolute must-visit for visitors to the region.

OPENING HOURS: Daily 10:00am - 5.00pm

750 Debeyers Road, Pokolbin

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Located high on a hill in the heart of Hunter Valley Wine Country, Bimbadgen is a striking winery and vineyard encompassing an expansive Cellar Door, award-winning Esca Bimbadgen Restaurant, Cafe, outdoor amphitheatre, modern tasting rooms and accommodation all in the one stunning location.

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Briar Ridge is a 5 star rated winery nestled in the picturesque Mount View region. Visit our beautiful vineyard and cellar door for the ultimate tasting experience and discover a more hidden and scenic part of the Hunter Valley.

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Calais Estate is a family owned boutique winery that is famous for both it's great wine and hospitality. Nestled into its own sun-drenched nook of Pokolbin in the Hunter Valley, Calais Estate is one of the most picturesque estates in the region.

Capercaillie Wines was established in the Hunter Valley by Alasdair Sutherland in late 1995 when he built a small modern winery on an excellent 20 year old vineyard. In the 20 plus years since the winery was established, Capercaillie has built a firm customer base in domestic and export markets and has gained a reputation as a quality producer with many award winning wines.

OPENING HOURS: Daily 10:00am - 4.30pm

4 Londons Road, Lovedale

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We think you’re going to love this place. It’s a boutique hotel with 10 rooms, set on an award-winning vineyard. In winter enjoy a roaring log-fire, a squashy sofa, a smooth bottle of wine. On warm days wander through French doors into the garden, dip into the salt-water pool, or play tennis. Sleep in the finest crisp white sheets and wake up to a fresh breakfast basket at your door.

The Cockfighter's Ghost label is stabled in a state-of-the-art architecturally designed building. Located on the historic "Post Office Vineyard" and surrounded by the regions oldest Shiraz vines, a visit to the Cockfighter's Ghost cellar door is one of the highlights of the Hunter Valley.

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Constable Estate is located at Pokolbin, a pristine, picturesque spot in the heart of NSW. A leading destination, our boutique vineyard is renowned for producing exceptional examples of the wine for which this region is well known.

The DEGEN’s Vineyard, Cellar Door and luxury Vine Stay is a fresh addition to the Hunter’s prized Single Vineyard offerings and provides a personalised approach to cellar door hospitality and vineyard stays on our 54 acre property here in Pokolbin.

First Creek have been crafting wines of exceptional regional quality since 1996. A talented and highly acclaimed team of wine makers led by Liz Jackson and Greg Silkman are regarded as amongst the best wine makers in Australia, so much so that over 25 wine companies in New South Wales also trust First Creek to make wine from a range of unique vineyards and micro climates within Australia.

You will find Greenway Wines Cellar Door – just around the corner – 3.5kms south of Broke, within an ‘old world’ Red Barn. A charming wine tasting experience set against the dramatic backdrop of Wollombi Brook and the Brokenback Ranges.

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Nestled in an original Parish of Pokolbin property with a host of antique history, Hanging Tree Wines offers premium wines and premium service in a historic setting with stunning views out every doorway.

Winemaking couple Jodie Belleville & Damien Stevens, are the hands behind the Phat Wine Company’s HART & HUNTER brand. A boutique family winery doing things their own way, and having a lot of fun in the process, offering premium boutique Single Vineyard Wines reflecting provenance and a sense of place.

Hope Estate wines express the deep individuality of our land and vines. All our wines are estate grown, we never dilute our character with other people’s fruit. So we bring you uniquely regional styles of wine.

Ivanhoe Wines is a premium boutique wine business, located in the heart of Pokolbin. Specialising in handcrafted Hunter Valley wines, they are only available at the cellar door, not in bottle shops. Our team are friendly and knowledgeable and ready to help you find wines that you love.

There is no other Cellar Door quiet like Lambloch Estate. The picturesque views of the vineyard are set on the stunning backdrop of the Broken Back Range, and offers the perfect spot to relax, unwind, and enjoy some of the Hunters finest premium wines.

OPENING HOURS: 10:00am - 5:00pm Daily

2342 Broke Road, Pokolbin

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Our opulent cellar door is the perfect place to enjoy that unique taste which only the Hunter Valley and our award winning wines can provide: smooth, rich chardonnays from wide rimmed glasses, crisp and clear semillons of international renown, peppery earth shiraz with a touch of leather and magnificently fruitful verdelho.

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Winner of the 2009, 2011, 2012 & 2016 International Wine Maker of the Year (International Wine and Spirits Competition - London), and Maker of the World’s best Semillon for the last six years running, McGuigan Wines is a must visit Hunter Valley destination. Enjoy award winning Museum Wines and exclusive Cellar Door Only styles not available anywhere else.

Our surrounding 11 hectares of vineyard are responsible for producing many Gold and Trophy Award-winning wines available to you from our small privately owned boutique cellar door. Visit McLeish Estate and enjoy our friendly cellar door atmosphere where you’ll be treated to the taste of premium current releases and aged wines through to our ‘Jessica’s’ Botrytis Semillon.

OPENING HOURS: Daily 10:00am - 5:00pm

462 DeBeyers Road, Pokolbin

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Millbrook Estate was established in 1996 with the planting of its first Chardonnay grapes. It is a beautiful hillside vineyard overlooking Wollombi Brook and the Watagans. We are a small boutique winery producing a full range of wines plus a variety of liqueurs and spirits.

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We are one of the smallest cellar doors in the Hunter Valley. However, we do offer a broad range of styles- from something to enjoy with canapes through to entrees, mains, desserts and cheeses with lighter fruity styles and more complex classic styles in each.

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Peterson House was born from the vision of Ian Peterson, who, in his early years felt it necessary to celebrate each grand child's birth with a special wine. Our cellar door offers an unforgettable experience, with our bubbly staff there to help you choose your favourite sparkling wine.

Petersons Wines are delighted to announce that we now have another 'home' in the Hunter Valley, with the opening of our new cellar door on Broke Road in the heart of Wine Country. Conveniently located just along the road from Peterson House.

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Located in the heart of Hunter Valley wine country, Roche Estate (formerly known as Tempus Two) is the premier concert venue attracting international and national artists alike. Experience the exceptional fine dining, award winning wines, signature cocktails, local gourmet produce and a sophisticated function room all located in one exclusive venue.

The Small Winemakers Centre is a unique proposition for visitors to the Hunter Valley. We are very proud to offer the largest range of wine in the Hunter, showcasing the talents of Thomas Wines, The Little Wine Company, Silkman, Hart & Hunter, David Hook Wines, Keith Tulloch Wines and many more.

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Tempus Two’s roots are firmly planted in one of Australia’s oldest wine regions, the Hunter Valley, and one of Australia’s best known wine families, the McGuigan family. Our award winning, architecturally designed Cellar Door is set among the rolling green vineyards of Pokolbin, in the heart of the Hunter Valley and reflects the Tempus Two spirit to blend the essence of tradition with the magic...

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We are a family owned boutique vineyard where you will feel you have truly left the city behind. We are located on the high point of Wilderness Road in Lovedale with spectacular views over the Brokenback range. Our cellar door is warm friendly and eclectic.

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Established in 1990 by Guy and Sandra Vinden, Vinden Estate Wines is a family-owned, boutique Hunter Valley winery and vineyard located in Pokolbin. Now retired, Angus our eldest runs Vinden Estate and has started his own label called the Vinden Headcase, balancing tradition with innovation.

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A visit to Whispering Brook provides an experience that goes beyond wine. The estate is renowned for its welcoming ambience, relaxed Australian architecture, intimate cellar door with artisan wine and olives, boutique winery and natural beauty. The panoramic mountain views, estate vineyards and olive groves, casual dining and large guesthouse provide for a memorable experience.